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Introduction
There’s something deeply soulful about Jim Reeves’ voice, and in “Guilty,” it feels like he’s reaching into the depths of the listener’s heart. This song is a gentle confession wrapped in tender melodies, where love, longing, and vulnerability blend into something incredibly moving. Listening to “Guilty,” you can’t help but feel as if you’re sitting with an old friend who’s pouring his heart out, laying bare his emotions with every note.
Reeves’ rich, velvety baritone carries the story of a man who’s torn by his own feelings of guilt in love. It’s not the kind of guilt that comes from a grand betrayal or misstep. No, it’s softer, more intimate—the guilt of loving someone too deeply, of perhaps holding on too tightly, or maybe even feeling undeserving of the love he’s found. It’s the quiet, unspoken emotions that so many of us feel but can’t quite put into words. And that’s where Jim Reeves steps in—he puts it into music.
The brilliance of “Guilty” is in its simplicity. The song doesn’t need to shout or dazzle with complex arrangements. Instead, it pulls you in with its heartfelt delivery and the sincerity in Reeves’ voice. There’s a timeless quality here; though it’s a product of an earlier era, the emotions are as relevant today as they were when the song was first recorded. Love, after all, is universal, and so are the pangs of guilt that often accompany it.
What makes “Guilty” special is how it speaks to the human condition. We’ve all had moments when we’ve questioned whether we’re good enough, whether we’ve loved too much or not enough, and this song captures that delicate balance beautifully. It’s not just about romantic love—it’s about the inner conflicts we carry in all kinds of relationships.
So, next time you listen to “Guilty,” let yourself be wrapped in its gentle warmth. Let Jim Reeves’ voice guide you through those quiet, introspective moments we all experience in life. It’s a song that doesn’t just entertain—it understands.
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Lyrics
I’ve been accused convicted and condemned the trial’s over
And now I face the end
Is this your way of telling me we’re through
When all I’m guilty of is loving you
You were the judge the jury all in one you found me guilty
And now my terms begun
I must confess I’ve never been untrue
And all I’m guilty of is loving you
Loving you and now I’m losing you
Losing you for things I didn’t do
Please let your heart consider
And appeal for now you know exactly how I feel (how I feel)
Don’t punish me for things I didn’t do
When all I’m guilty of is loving you
Yes all I’m guilty of is loving you